Compliance Investigator

Compliance Investigator - Aviation MRO Excellence

Hours: 37.5 per week |
Contract Type: Full-time |
Location: Oxford (with travel to sites across the UK) |
Hybrid: 3 days a week on site |
Reporting to: Chief Maintenance Engineer

The Compliance Investigator plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory and operational compliance within a Helicopter Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO). Based in Oxford, this position is responsible for conducting in-depth investigations into compliance-related issues, identifying root causes, and driving corrective and preventive actions. The role ensures that operational practices align with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

• Compliance Investigations:
  Conduct thorough investigations into compliance-related incidents, discrepancies, and safety concerns, including MEDA investigations when required.
• Root Cause Analysis:
  Apply methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and Fault Tree Analysis to uncover underlying issues, including human factors and performance limitations.
• Regulatory Assurance:
  Ensure adherence to UK CAA/EASA Part 145, CAMO, Part 21 G, MAA MRP
  145/MIL CAMO, and company‑specific standards.
• Audit & Inspection:
  Partner with Quality Assurance teams to strengthen audit processes and support regulatory reviews.
• Process Improvement:
  Collaborate across engineering, production, and safety teams to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and embed best practices.
• Reporting & Engagement:
  Deliver clear, actionable investigation reports to senior management and regulatory bodies, while fostering compliance awareness across all stakeholders.

• Proven experience in compliance investigations within aviation maintenance or aerospace.
• Expertise in Root Cause Analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of EASA Part 145, UK CAA regulations, and industry safety standards.
• Understanding of human factors and performance limitations.
• Skilled in audits, inspections, and technical documentation analysis.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency with compliance monitoring tools, QMS, and data analysis software.

• Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement.
• MEDA investigation expertise.
• Knowledge of CAMO, Part 21 G, MAA regulations, ISO 9001, AS 9100.
• Aviation Auditor or SMS certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with technicians, engineers, and leadership alike.

• Formal training in Root Cause Analysis and investigative techniques.
• Security Clearance (SC) or ability to obtain it.
• DBS Security Clearance required.
• Must meet Export Compliance Regulation requirements.

• Aviation Safety Management Systems certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
• Extensive compliance, investigation, or audit experience in aviation maintenance.

This is not just a job—it’s a mission. The Compliance Investigator safeguards aviation excellence across the UK, with opportunities to travel, collaborate, and leave a lasting mark on the industry.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan